Director of General Accounting

Director of General Accounting Full-time/40 Hours per Week Salary Commensurate with experience Hiring Department Accounting Location UT Tyler Health Science Center Required Application Materials A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.

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When prompted to upload your "resume", upload your combined documents as one file. Please do not upload documents to "Cover Letter" or "References". If the required application materials were not uploaded at the "resume" prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file. Job Summary The Director performs complex job duties primarily related to the management and maintenance of the institutional general ledger. Designs, implements and maintains internal controls for accurate reporting. Analyzes and prepares accurate monthly and annual financial reports for UTT Academic, Health Science Center, and UT System administration across clinical, academic, and sponsored programs functions. Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks Responsible for the integrity of all general ledger activities, including receipts, transfers, investments and disbursement transactions. Recording, maintaining and reporting these activities from all funding sources which must adhere to regulatory principles in accordance with GAAP, along with state, federal, regency, grantor, donor and institutional rules and regulations. Designs, implements, and maintains internal controls to ensure accurate recording and reporting of transactions and safeguarding of assets. Provide analytical, financial, and operational assistance to administration and individual departments related to decision making, clarification or correction of data, and historical activity. Assists in the preparation of the monthly financial report and annual financial report, including sponsored programs, according to the comptroller's guidelines, as well as UT System guidelines and GAAP. Extracts and loads data into the Financial Consolidated Reporting System to produce reports as required. Ensures the integrity of reporting by reconciling the final reports back to internally produced reports and provides variance explanations as required. Supervises all federal, state, foundation and private grants as well as any other grants or sponsored programs to provide oversight, operational expertise, and ensure institutional compliance with federal, state and UT System guidelines. Oversee asset management including recording acquisitions, disposals, issuing tags, annual assets and supply inventories. Develop and maintain nVision reports and data queries as required. Other Duties as assigned. Required Education/Experience Bachelor's degree. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible related experience or equivalent experience that provides a candidate with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Experience in a leadership capacity including professional staff supervision. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License required or ability to obtain Texas licensure within 12 months of hire date. May accept a combination of education and experience. Preferred Education/Experience Master's degree in accounting, finance or related fields. Five (5) years of professional experience in the areas outlined above. Two years' experience in an academic medical center or public university is preferred. Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Maintain the integrity and segregation of various funds according to purpose and within established guidelines. Extensive knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) principles, NACUBO accounting standards, and best practices in accounting in the healthcare, sponsored program, and academic arenas. Comprehension of accounting principles, with an emphasis on fund accounting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and solid working knowledge of various accounting software systems. Ability to work with competing and shifting priorities in a matrix structure. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Effective time management, logical problem solving, and analytical skills with demonstrated attention to detail. Knowledge and experience with various information systems, hardware, and infrastructure. Experience leading teams effectively. Successful manager of change and transformation. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and defines key decisions to be made. Ethical. Ability to maintain confidential information. About The University of Texas at Tyler and UT Tyler Health Science Center The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges. Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas. Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education and innovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas combine to serve as the university medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond. For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about . Additional Information The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits . Clinical Position Requirements Clinical positions may be required to complete a pre-employment health screening, following a contingent job offer, to determine whether they possess the physical capabilities needed to safely fulfill the specific demands of the position. Additionally, clinical positions require compliance with the University's Vaccine Preventable Disease Policy. EEO Statement The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 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